noun
- the yellow, nutrient-rich centers of eggs
Usage: plural of yolk
Examples
- Separate the yolks from the whites when making meringue.
- The recipe calls for three egg yolks.
- Rich pasta is made with flour and egg yolks.
- The yolks should be bright orange if the chickens are healthy.
- Beat the yolks until they become pale and thick.
- Some people prefer to eat only the yolks of hard-boiled eggs.